Company Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Southern Living Annual Recipes, 1986

2 hours — 8 Servings

Ingredients

2	cup	all-purpose flour
1	tablespoon	salt
1	teaspoon	paprika
1⁄2	teaspoon	pepper
1	cup	buttermilk
1	teaspoon	baking powder
3	pound	chicken breasts and legs
		vegetable oil

Instructions

Combine first 4 ingredients in a plastic or paper bag; shake to mix, and set aside. Combine buttermilk and baking powder in a bowl; mix well.

Dip two pieces of chicken and buttermilk mixture; place chicken in bag, and shake to coat. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken. Place chicken in a shallow pan; cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet to 325°; add chicken, and fry 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels.